VN 2017/117 (P) - Project Officer (Peace, Security and Gender) (P3) - Baghdad, Iraq

Position Title Project Officer (Peace, Security and Gender) Duty Station : Baghdad, Iraq

Classification :Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 04 June 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo

Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia,

Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya,

Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru,

Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, United Republic of

Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela

(Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager (Migration Management) the successful candidate will ensure that peace and gender components are integrated into existing programmes delivering on security in Iraq and develop, implement new projects in the area of gender, peace and security. Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Under the supervision of the Migration Management Programme Manager, with the technical guidance of, and in close coordination with, the Senior Project Officer (Community Policing), oversee the implementation of “Community Policing in Return Areas in Iraq” project, ensuring

peace, security and gender components are integrated. This includes: a. Supervise personnel under this project, including IOM staff and consultants to ensure targets are met.

b. Supervise budget lines under this project and liaise with Resource Management Officers to ensure spending is on track.

c. Manage the administration of baseline data collection in the targeted communities, ensuring peace, security and gender components are included.

Page 1 / 4d. Coordinate the establishment of the Community Policing Forums (CPF) under this project and ensure peace, security and gender components are integrated.

2. In line with internal mission and organisational procedures and coordinating with the relevant departments, seek funding for new projects focused on strengthening gender, peace and security in line with the overall strategy of the CP projects as part of the Migration Management programme.

3. In close coordination with Community Policing (CP) colleagues, participate, review and coordinate the preparation of the training courses for the focal points of the community, police and directorates of the ministry of Interior, to ensure peace, security and gender components are integrated.

4. In close coordination with CP colleagues, assist in the monitoring activities delivered under the CP project to ensure that peace, security and gender issues are addressed if they arise. 5. In close coordination with CP colleagues, identify opportunities to further strengthen peace, security and gender concerns in the existing CP programming.

6. Liaise and coordinate with internal mission, regional office and HQs structures to ensure that gender, peace and security activities are in line with IOM policies and procedures. 7. Support the Migration Management Programme Manager and the Senior Project Officer (Community Policing) in Liaising and coordinating with external actors on issues regarding peace, security and gender as required through-out programme implementation and as requested by the mission, Regional Office, and HQs.

9. Report on a monthly basis all activities performed using IOM templates.

10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Science, International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs, Development Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, Public Policy or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or • University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. Experience

• Previous experience working in issues of peace, security and gender, specifically in Iraq; • Previous work in relevant issues such as migration, displacement, and humanitarian assistance, the Middle East, or Iraq is essential;

• Excellent knowledge of programme management cycle, including managing budgets, monitoring work plans, and managing project staff

• Experience in programme development, project monitoring and evaluation required; • Excellent project development and report writing skills;

• Computer skills and knowledge of relational databases, Microsoft applications, spreadsheets, word processing etc.

Languages

Page 2 / 4Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms; • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders; • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience; • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services; • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 04 June 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

Page 3 / 4From 22.05.2017 to 04.06.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/117 (P) - Project Officer (Peace, Security&Gender) (P3) - Baghdad, Iraq (55067303) Released

Posting: Posting NC55067317 (55067317) Released

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